Jigsaw Puzzles: VE Day 250XLpc Jigsaw Puzzle by Kevin Walsh

Gibsons War

Jigsaw Puzzle Ref: G2705
Beautifully painted by artist Kevin Walsh. On Monday 7th May 1945 following six years of war, the nation and indeed the whole world erupted into scenes of jubilation following the unconditional surrender by Germanys General Jodl. The war in Europe was over. Within minutes of the announcement, many thousands of people gathered on the streets of Great Britain to celebrate the event. Bonfires were lit, street parties took place and in London over 50,000 people filled the streets between Trafalgar Square and Big Ben as three Lancaster bombers flew overhead, dropping red and green flares. The Royal Family together with Winston Churchill came out onto the balcony at Buckingham Palace to be greeted and cheered by the waiting crowds. That evening two searchlights made a giant V above St Pauls Cathedral as the celebrations continued well into the night. The following day was declared a national holiday to officially celebrate Victory in Europe. The puzzle pieces in the 250XL range are twice the size of a standard 1,000 piece puzzle and are ideal for people with handling or sight difficulties. Once completed, the jigsaw is the same size as a standard 500 piece.